10 daily habits to boost Brain power and Gut health:
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1. Have a Probiotic-Packed Breakfast:
Your body needs good bacteria Stress can also affect our gut biome and things such as yogurt, kefir or fermented sauerkraut keep your microflora in line which aids the digestion process and nutrient absorption. Better nutrient uptake = your brain receiving the fuel it needs to operate at peak capacity.
2. Stay Hydrated :
3. Introduce Omega-3's :
4. Exercise Regularly :
5. Mindful Eating :
What mindful eating IS:
Giving your food we proper respect simply meaning…You eat when you are hungry Eat what tastes good to you. Chewing may help with digestion, preventing overeating and strengthening the gut-brain connection.
6. Get Plenty of Sleep :
This is when your body repairs and restores itself. They help your brain consolidate memories and flush out toxins. FOR YOUR GUT A GOOD NIGHT'S REST ALSO HELPS TO KEEP YOUR MICROBIOME IN CHECK, WHICH WE KNOW ONLY INDICATES A HEALTHY YOU. Ultimately, plan to get 7-9 hours of good quality sleep each night not only for your brain but also in order that your gut can rest.
7. Manage Stress :
Chronic stress not only hurts your brain, but also the health of your gut. Engaging in practices for reducing stress, such as meditation, deep breathing exercises or yoga can decrease your level of stress and diminish its harmful consequences on digestive function and cognitive performance.
8. Consume Fiber-Rich Foods :
Need I tell you that fiber boosts the health of your gut? It feeds the good bacteria in your gut and helps make you poo regularly. Fruit, vegetables, whole grains and legumes form the perfect diet. A good gut flora means that food gets digested and absorbed more effectively - which is great for your brain.
9. Avoid-Processed Foods & Sugars :
Excess processed foods and sugars can upset the balance of bacteria in your gut, creating a state called 'dysbiosis,' which is associated with chronic inflammation inside of both the gut as well as within the brain. The best choice is to choose whole, unprocessed foods whenever possible. Your body and mind will thank you!
10. Stay Socially Connected :
Strong social connections have been shown to increase brain health by lowering stress and increasing cognitive functioning. The social interaction also seems to be linked with health as an increase in people-to-people contact can decrease your stress levels and encourage a healthier gut microbiome.
Start by practising these habits on a day-to-day basis for optimal gut-brain synergy. Recall that this journey is a marathon and not a sprint to optimal health. Over time, small adjustments can bring about great [potentially permanent] advantages. Keep being excited and stay healthy... tune into "Health Tips" for more expert advice!
Here's to a healthier you!